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 Todd
D. Della Porta is the owner
and sole operator of General Sound Entertainment. After extensive music
related study and several stage performances, Todd began hosting Karaoke
shows throughout Massachusetts and New Hampshire. During most shows, patrons
would constantly question Todd about his availability for mobile functions
and so, in 1992, General Sound Entertainment was born.
Since then business has exploded, with the number of annual functions increasing
steadily. Most of General Sound’s customers are referred from previous
clients, with many considering Todd as part of their family. As one woman
said in an appreciation letter, “Nobody in our family would ever hire anyone
other than you. If they did, none of us would go!” While some General Sound
nightclub shows are done by a hired DJ, Todd still does every mobile show
himself, insisting that he does it because he genuinely loves entertaining.
“If
I can't see the people having a good time,” Todd says, “I can't be sure
that my customers are getting entertainment the way it should be!”
You
can contact Todd by e-mail at:
Todd@GeneralSound.com
or
by phone at :
(978)
663-9125.
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GENERAL
SOUND WEDDING PLANNER CHECKLIST
Courtesy of General Sound Entertainment
Ok,
so you're finally planning the day that you and your friends used to dream
about? No big deal, right? Wrong! Let's face it, there are decisions to
be made and people to be contacted and then all of the loose ends need
to be tied so that your big day is flawless. Wait a minute! Before you
decide to elope, consider this. All of the professionals who will take
part in your special day are just that... professionals. They have been
through this, in some cases hundreds of times, and have refined their skills
to the point where you can trust them in whatever capacity they may be
of service to you.
So
relax and have fun with it! Do some research, ask questions and make people
prove themselves to you. Only the best will be willing and able to do so.
We at General Sound would love to be a part of your special day. To help,
we have compiled a list of 94 things to do to make your wedding day great.
Please remember that this is only a reference and the advice given to you
by each of the professionals you hire should take precedent. The most important
item in the list is the last one at the bottom. I tell all of my brides
the same thing.
ENJOY
YOUR DAY!
Thank you for considering General Sound Entertainment.
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long before - Things
to Do
51 Weeks
Set wedding date and time
51 Weeks
Reserve ceremony location
51 Weeks
Reserve reception location
39 Weeks ..
Reserve
General Sound as your DJ
34 Weeks
Determine wedding type (formal, semi-formal, casual)
34 Weeks
Determine reception type (sit down, buffet, etc.)
34 Weeks
Determine wedding size
34 Weeks
Determine reception size
34 Weeks
Determine wedding colors
34 Weeks
Make a preliminary budget
33 Weeks
Choose and contact an officiant for the ceremony
33 Weeks
Select caterer
33 Weeks
Select attendants and ushers
33 Weeks
Select photographer
33 Weeks
Select florist
26 Weeks
Select and order wedding dress and headpiece
26 Weeks
Contact bakery or person selected to make wedding cake
26 Weeks
Select bridesmaids' dresses
26 Weeks
Determine rehearsal dinner site
25 Weeks
Choose flower girl and ring bearer
25 Weeks
Select wedding attire for flower girl / ring bearer
25 Weeks
Begin to compile guest list
25 Weeks
Reserve hotel rooms for attendants and out of town guests
25 Weeks
Get sizes from bridesmaids
25 Weeks
Select wedding bands
24 Weeks
Choose wedding cake flavor and design
22 Weeks
Order dresses for bridesmaids
17 Weeks
Order wedding invitations, announcements, and thank-you notes
17 Weeks
Register at bridal registries
17 Weeks
Select style of men's wedding attire
17 Weeks
Select musician(s) and cantor for ceremony
17 Weeks
Begin to plan honeymoon
17 Weeks
Select readers for ceremony
17 Weeks
Check state requirements for marriage license and blood test
17 Weeks
Select a friend to handle the guest book
13 Weeks
Reserve wedding day limousine for bride and groom
13 Weeks
Collect groomsmen's measurements
13 Weeks
Reserve men's wedding attire
13 Weeks
Plan rehearsal dinner
8 Weeks Select music for
ceremony and inform musician(s) and cantor
8 Weeks Purchase guest
book
8 Weeks Select song for
first dance
8 Weeks Place final wedding
cake order
8 Weeks Plan bridesmaid's
luncheon
8 Weeks Arrange wedding
day transportation for parents and attendants
8 Weeks Arrange transportation
for bride and groom from reception
7 Weeks Purchase going
away outfit
7 Weeks Complete trousseau
7 Weeks Settle business
and legal affairs
7 Weeks Purchase gifts
for attendants
7 Weeks Purchase bride's
shoes, jewelry, nylons, and garter
7 Weeks Select bridesmaid's
shoes, jewelry, and nylons
7 Weeks Add bride to insurance
policy
6 Weeks Purchase postage
for invitations
6 Weeks Complete and mail
invitations
5 Weeks Review music selections
with musician(s) for reception
5 Weeks Have a formal bridal
portrait done
5 Weeks Change credit cards
and checking accounts
5 Weeks Have final dress
fitting for bridesmaid's
4 Weeks Purchase toasting
goblets, ring pillow, and unity candle
4 Weeks Decorate gift box
for envelopes
3 Weeks Inform post office
of address change
3 Weeks Confirm honeymoon
plans
3 Weeks Groom should have
hair cut
13 Days
Confirm all rehearsal and rehearsal dinner plans
13 Days
Insure bridesmaid's wedding attire and accessories are complete
13 Days
Make pew cards (for reserved seats at wedding)
12 Days
Get blood test (if required)
12 Days
Get marriage license
11 Days
Give musician or DJ final music list for reception
10 Days
Create a wedding day time schedule for all involved
9 Days
Complete all bridal shower thank-you notes
8 Days
Give photographer the list of pictures you want
8 Days
If moving, plan to have phone & utilities turned on in new residence
8 Days
Prepare wedding announcement for newspaper
7 Days
Appoint a friend to return men's wedding attire
7 Days
Complete seating arrangements and create place cards
7 Days
Confirm the order for men's wedding attire
6 Days
Confirm reception arrangements (gift table, center piece, etc.)
5 Days
Address announcements to be mailed after the wedding
5 Days
Bride should practice having hair and make-up done
5 Days
Confirm wedding day transportation
5 Days
Contact guests that have not responded
4 Days
Give final count to caterer
4 Days
Pack for honeymoon
3 Days
Confirm accommodations for out of town guests
3 Days
Continue writing thank-you notes
2 Days
Arrange for flowers to be delivered to bride's parents after wedding
2 Days
Bride have nails done
2 Days
Place officiant's fee in a sealed envelope
1 Day
Give marriage license and officiant's fee to best man
1 Day
Have bridesmaid's luncheon
1 Day
Make sure all men's wedding attire is picked up
That Day Have a Great Time!!!
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General Sound
loves
Bar and Bat Mitzvahs! Let us provide tasteful entertainment and loads of
fun,
games and prizes
galore for a wonderful day for your special boy or girl! |
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GENERAL
SOUND ENTERTAINMENT PRICING
Basic Function Pricing
| Standard 4 hour function |
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$600.00. |
| Additional Hour(s) |
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$50.00/hr. |
| Karaoke |
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$100.00 |
Wedding/Corporate Function
Pricing
Bar / Bat Mitzvah
| Standard 5 hour Package
(Master of Ceremonies) |
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$1500.00 |
| Additional Hour(s) |
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$100.00/hr |
| Karaoke |
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$150.00 |
New Years Eve Pricing
| 6 hours of non-stop-Entertainment |
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$1800.00 |
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REFERENCES
Todd,
Thank you so much for making our wedding day a blast! You are an asset
to the agency!
The Freemans
Dear Todd,
I just want to take a moment to say a special “Thank You”. Having a Christmas
wedding was very stressful but you made the day perfect. You did a beautiful
job singing during the ceremony and Brian and I knew we made the right
choice in entertainment from the beginning! You were truly a joy to work
with!
Sincerely,
Brian and Robyn G.
Chelmsford MA
Hi Todd,
Well, everyone here is talking about what a wonderful time they had at
the Groton Inn last week and what a great job you did! Thanks again for
the great job!
Mary H.
NEBS Business Forms
Dear Mr. Della Porta,
I just wanted to say thanks for your solid work as DJ and MC at last Saturday's
Party. As a Free Press Veteran who's been through seven of these things
so far, I sincerely thought your performance was the best by far.
You accurately surveyed the crowd and met everyone's diverse tastes in
music. It was great to be able to really enjoy my evening instead of worrying
about the performer I'm glad we went with General Sound and would recommend
your services to anyone needing quality entertainment.
Ed Brennen Editor-in-Chief
The B.U. Daily Free Press
Dear Todd,
Thank
you so much for the excellent job you did at our wedding. We hope you had
as good a time as we did. I must say that everything was absolutely perfect.
I was very impressed with everything that you did. Also, thank you for
singing for us. You kept things very lively. Thanks again!
Nykie and Ford
Danvers, MA
Mr. Della Porta,
Thank
you so much for making our wedding day extra special! You did an excellent
job of getting our friends and family up and dancing. Thanks again for
your extra effort. It really paid off.
Nicole and Mark S.
Beverly, MA
Todd,
You were the most helpful and most professional person we dealt with on
our wedding day. Tina really appreciated your help with the traditional
dances and the whole day was a smashing success.
I hope you realize how much
your performance meant to us. You truly made the most important day of
our lives, the best day of our lives.
Sincerely,
Tina and Rich T.
Somerville, MA
General Sound Entertainment,
You were awesome. Best of luck and keep up the good work!
Kathleen H.
Shirley, MA
Todd,
Thanks so much for a job well done! I’ll definitely be in touch!
Mary Sarah J.
Tahanto Regional H.S.
Boylston, MA |
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